Playa del Carmen vs Tulum in May

Playa del Carmen and Tulum are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Playa del Carmen is sweltering, a little rain, clean air; Tulum is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.

Playa del Carmen vs TulumMay climate, side by side

Playa del CarmenTulum
Comfort score87/100 (A)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high39°C34°C
Avg high / low34° / 24°30° / 26°
Rainfall66 mm70 mm
Rainy days1113
Humidity78%78%
Air quality (AQI)3937

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Playa del Carmen vs Tulum in May — FAQ

Is May better in Playa del Carmen or Tulum?
Playa del Carmen and Tulum are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Playa del Carmen is sweltering, a little rain, clean air; Tulum is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen vs Tulum in May?
In May, Playa del Carmen averages 34°C high / 24°C low with about 66 mm of rain; Tulum averages 30°C high / 26°C low with about 70 mm.